MicMaster of Science in Data ScienceMichigan State University · East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Program Overview

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

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Academic statement

Plans for graduate study and fit with the interdisciplinary data science curriculum.

CV or resume

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Official transcript(s)

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Academic: Bachelor's degree; Four-year bachelor's degree in a relevant quantitative discipline required for consideration.
Prerequisites: Quantitative background; Demonstrate sufficient quantitative preparation through coursework, work, or other relevant experiences. Curriculum blends statistics, computer science, and computational mathematics (30 credits, Plan B).
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); MSU Graduate School regular-admission floor. Programs may require higher.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (R/S 4.0, L/W 4.5) | Old scale: 80 overall (R/L/S 19, W 22); MSU Graduate School regular-admission floor. New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026. Programs may require higher.; MSU Graduate School regular-admission floor. Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026. Programs may require higher.

Historical admission data is not published.